2004 Bodegas Juan Gil Monastrell Jumilla (Silver Label) - Spain, Murcia, Jumilla (7/8/2007)
WIML89,PURPLE90,WA90,NOWS

Tasted July 8, 2007 at home. Opened and splash decanted about 39 minutes before serving in a Spiegelau Authentis Magnum glass. Dark garnet color in the glass, slightly opaque hue. Nose of black currants, hints of roasted me, melted red licorice some interesting florals and to completely plagiarize the WA some notes of scorched earth. Flavors of red licorice, red cherries, tart red berries and maybe some currants. Medium acidity, firm tannins, light to medium body. Nose beats the palate without a doubt. Drink with a minimum of an hour in the decanter or hold a little longer. (89 pts.)

2004 Bodegas Juan Gil Monastrell Jumilla (Silver Label) - Spain, Murcia, Jumilla (10/4/2007)
WIML89+,PURPLE90

Tasted October 4, 2007. Opened and served immediately. Dark garnet to purple color in the glass, clear hue throughout. Nose of ripe dark fruits, cassis, plums and berries with some notes of rose petals and potpourri. Flavors of black berries, maybe some blueberries, black cherries and a touch of bitters on the finish. Medium acidity, firm tannins, medium body. Drink now with a decant or hold a little longer. (89 pts.)